2 cups/500ml low sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon/15ml olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 (10-ounce/280g) box plain, quick-cooking couscous
Small handful of raisins
2 teaspoons/10g ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons/30ml orange juice
Heat olive oil in a heavy bottomed pot or dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5-8 minutes. Add garlic and oregano, cook for one minute while stirring. Pour in crushed tomatoes, chickpeas, chicken broth, bay leaves, and pepper. Bring to a boil and cook 5 minutes. Add chicken, lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes.
For couscous, heat chicken broth, oil, and salt until boiling. Add couscous and raisins, stir, remove from heat and cover. Let rest until all liquid has been absorbed, about 5 minutes. Fluff couscous with a fork, add cinnamon and orange juice. Use fork to mix.
Cinnamon Couscous Recipe

Sweet, fragrant, and incredibly easy — this Cinnamon Couscous is a delightful twist on plain couscous that turns an ordinary side dish into something special.
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With warm cinnamon, plump raisins, and a splash of orange juice, it brings a subtle sweetness and aromatic flavor that pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled meats, tagines, or even as a light vegetarian main. Ready in under 10 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights when you want something a little more exciting than basic couscous.
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